A devastating collision between a Mercedes passenger van and a Dodge Ram pickup truck on U.S. Highway 20 near Henry’s Lake, Idaho, has resulted in seven fatalities, according to Idaho State Police. The crash occurred at approximately 7:15 p.m. on Thursday, involving a tour vehicle carrying 14 passengers and a pickup truck with one occupant. Six individuals in the van and the driver of the pickup truck succumbed to their injuries. The highway, a crucial route near Yellowstone National Park, was closed for nearly seven hours following the incident before being reopened. The investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing. Henry’s Lake, located about 17 miles from West Yellowstone, Montana, is a significant landmark in the region, serving as a gateway to the national park. The Idaho State Police are continuing their inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the fatal accident.
